Rickmansworth Car Finance

Used Car Finance in Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire

GB Car Finance specialises in used car finance in and around Rickmansworth. We will work hard to help you obtain an approval decision, based on affordability, in minutes and drive away your new used car within 24 hours!

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More information about Rickmansworth

Rickmansworth is a town on the River Colne in southwestern Hertfordshire, in the United Kingdom. With its rich history, diverse culture, and very unique industry connections, it stands out among many other towns.

Situated in the middle of a triangle surrounded by Hertfordshire's three main towns of Watford, St Albans and Hemel Hempstead, Rickmansworth is a small town of approximately 8,500 people making it the 107th largest urban area in England.

Rickmansworth's connections to the car industry, finance industry and motorsport are notable, considering the size of the town and its population.

History of Rickmansworth

Rickmansworth has seen several changes in its history. In 626, the area was populated by a group of Celts and then taken over by the Romans in 54 BC. Having been around since at least 1086 (at which point it was called Richemarestone), Rickmansworth became an urbanised settlement by the 15th century and began to grow.

It was at this point in its history, upon the arrival of the Grand Union Canal in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, that Rickmansworth began to be known for being a centre of industry.

The area also played a part in World War II and the 1940s brought a steady decline in factories, resulting in a mass exodus of many people during the 1950s and 1960s. However, this decline was halted by the introduction of industrial estates, the first of which was opened in 1962 - the same year that Rickmansworth was granted town status.

Demographics of Rickmansworth

The estimated population of Rickmansworth in January 2021 was 8,502 - an increase of 6.5% since the 2011 census. The average age of the town's population is slightly lower than the average age of England, with 36.5% of Rickmansworth's population being between the ages of 16 and 34.

The majority of Rickmansworth's population is of White British ethnicity (92.9%), with the minority being of mixed ethnicity (4.7%) and Asian/Asian British ethnicity (2.1%).

Of the town's population, 78.6 % of residents own their own property, with 17.6% of households being made up of married couples, 68.9% having no dependent children, 57.2% having no residents aged over 65, and 3.1% living in self-contained studio or bedsit accommodation.

Connections to the Car Industry

Rickmansworth's close proximity to London, Watford, and Hemel Hempstead, has meant that it forms part of the close-knit network of major vehicle assemblers and parts suppliers in the south of England.

This close relationship with the motor industry has enabled a close relationship between Rickmansworth and the rest of England's car industry. This includes it being the UK's centre of research and development for the automotive, finance and banking industries. Rickmansworth is home to a number of major head offices, as well as a number of motor dealerships and independent garages.

Rickmansworth hosts many different automotive and finance events throughout the year, from AutoJumbles and classic car shows, to business networking events and even classic car auctions. Notable automotive events held in the town include the Rickmansworth Festival of Transport and the Classic Car Show, held on the third Saturday of the month from May through to September - attracting thousands of automotive and finance industry personnel each year.

Connections to the Finance Industry

The finance industry has been a major driving force behind the growth of Rickmansworth since the town gained town status in 1962. This is evident from the number of banks and financial institutions that operate in the town, particularly due to its close proximity to London and its major banking institutions.

The banks and financial institutions in Rickmansworth are range greatly in their services, from traditional high street banking services, to specialist financial advice, to specialist securities and asset trading services. These banks and financial institutions are often accompanied by many smaller businesses offering services in the respective fields, such as insurance companies, accountancy firms and investment firms.

These businesses offer great employment opportunities for those in the financial sector, with Rickmansworth being host to a number of prestigious schools, universities and other educational establishments, making the town an ideal location for those seeking employment opportunities in the finance industry.

Connections to Motorsports

Rickmansworth is home to the annual Race Through the Decades event, which takes place every June. The event takes its inspiration from the prestigious Three Hour Race and is held at the Rickmansworth Raceway.

The Race Through the Decades is an exciting event that takes place over the bank holiday weekend and allows the general public to experience all of the thrills and spills of motorsport, including competing in three different car classes over a gruelling three hour race. Racers have a choice of vehicle, varying from modern road cars to classic cars and even off-road vehicles, allowing them to fully unleash their inner racing spirit.

This race is put on by the Herts Automotive Club and is a fantastic example of how Rickmansworth can celebrate its connections to motorsports and bring together enthusiastic racing enthusiasts from all over the country.

Conclusion

Rickmansworth may be a small town, but it has a whole lot to offer. Statistics from the 2011 census put the population at just 8,502, yet Rickmansworth's connections to the car industry, finance industry and motorsport give it an impressive international outlook.